Call for Applications: CEHURD Media Fellowship 2026

Applications are now open for the CEHURD Media Fellowship 2026, a program grounded in the belief that strong, ethical journalism can shift how societies understand and respond to health and human rights. The fellowship will bring together 30 journalists from across selected districts in Uganda and equip them with practical skills in investigative reporting, strategic communication, and gender-responsive storytelling, with a particular focus on sexual and reproductive health and rights. Through a training scheduled for 25th–29th May 2026, participants will deepen their ability to produce accurate, compelling, and impactful stories that inform public discourse and strengthen accountability.

CEHURD is seeking journalists with at least two years of experience, a relevant academic background, and a clear interest in health and human rights reporting, who have not previously participated in its media fellowships.

Applicants must be reporting from Kampala Metropolitan (including Mukono), Namayingo, Yumbe, Arua, Buikwe, Kamuli, or Mayuge, and should submit an application form along with a recommendation letter to support@cehurd.org, copying nabunya@cehurd.org, with the subject line Application for Media Fellowship 2026. The application deadline is Friday, 24th April 2026, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Call for Applications 2026: Small Grants for Community-Based/Led Innovative Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Projects

With support and collaboration with Amplify Change, CEHURD will award small grants between GBP 10,000 – GPB 20,000 to support 15 – 20 organisations operating at grassroots/community level to implement innovative projects on SRHR advocacy. These small grants will be awarded through an
unsolicited/competitive process and will primarily support the implementation of one-off
innovative advocacy projects on SRHR.
Implementation period for the grants will be between 6 – 18 months from 2026 to 2027.

Download the Application form and Application Guidelines below;

How Family Support and Consistent Follow-Up Revived the Health of an Elder Living with HIV

In Owoor Sub-County, an elderly man living with HIV had been battling his condition alone. With little support from his family, he often went days without proper meals and lived in unhygienic conditions. Overwhelmed and discouraged, he eventually stopped taking his antiretroviral medication.

During our routine home visits, we sat with him and his family for honest conversations about care, responsibility, and why staying on treatment matters. Bit by bit, the family stepped up. They began preparing his meals, cleaning his living space, and reminding him to take his medication.

On our latest visit, the change was striking. His health had improved, his energy was back, and his outlook had shifted from despair to hope.

His journey shows how steady follow-up and genuine family involvement can restore dignity and transform the lives of people living with HIV.

Compiled by Andrew Simbo, Executive Director, Keru Women’s Action ORUM-KWAF-Gulu